Ava Gardner was one of the decade’s most successful (and beautiful) actresses. Here she is in 1944, showcasing the beauty of a belted waist and a chic neckerchief; both of which were key 1940s fashion trends.

The actress embraces style in a pair of wide-legged trousers and monochrome flats in 1940. Representing the new workwear wardrobe.

Ginger’s wide-brimmed hat and elegant skirt suit made her look effortlessly pulled-together in 1942 – hat brims were now much bigger than the cloche styles of 1920s fashion.